But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.
Isaiah 53:5 KJV
About the Book of Isaiah
Isaiah ministered in Jerusalem during the Assyrian threat to Judah. He calls the nation to justice and faithfulness, warns of judgment, and speaks to surrounding nations. Chapters 36-39 recount Hezekiah's crisis with Assyria. The later chapters comfort exiles with promises of return, introduce the Servant who suffers for others, and look ahead to a new heaven and a new earth. Isaiah's vision of God's holiness in the temple opens his own call. The New Testament quotes it more than any other prophet.
- Testament: Old Testament
- Genre: Prophecy
- Chapters: 66
- Verses: 1,292
Who Wrote Isaiah, and When?
Author: Isaiah son of Amoz, with scholars debating whether later chapters come from a successor.
When it was written: Mostly 8th century BC, with the final chapters addressing the exile in the 6th century BC.
Main Themes in Isaiah
- God's holiness
- Judgment and comfort
- The coming servant and king
A Key Verse: Isaiah 53:5
But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.
This verse from the suffering servant passage is among the most cited by Christians in explaining Jesus' death.
Reading Tip
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many chapters and verses are in Isaiah?
Isaiah has 66 chapters and 1,292 verses in the King James Version.
Who wrote Isaiah?
Author: Isaiah son of Amoz, with scholars debating whether later chapters come from a successor. When it was written: Mostly 8th century BC, with the final chapters addressing the exile in the 6th century BC.
What is Isaiah about?
Isaiah ministered in Jerusalem during the Assyrian threat to Judah. He calls the nation to justice and faithfulness, warns of judgment, and speaks to surrounding nations. Chapters 36-39 recount Hezekiah's crisis with Assyria. The later chapters comfort exiles with promises of return, introduce the Servant who suffers for others, and look ahead to a new heaven and a new earth. Isaiah's vision of God's holiness in the temple opens his own call. The New Testament quotes it more than any other prophet.
Can I get a random verse from only Isaiah?
Yes. This page picks a random verse from Isaiah only. Every one of its 1,292 verses has an equal chance.